Mistra recalls Byzantine last emperor Constantine XI
In Mistra near Sparta a May 29 commemoration honors Constantine XI Paleologus, last Byzantine emperor who died defending the city in 1453. Archaeologist Emilia Giaculi notes Mistra’s rich past, its Despot rulers, and ongoing efforts to study and restore frescoes amid the ruins and 19th century reurbanization.
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Guam Aims to Draw Tourists With WAVE Campaign
Guam officials push the WAVE program to boost tourism after a decline from 260000 visitors in 1974 to 223000 in 1976. Officials say tourism supports about 100 million dollars and thousands of jobs, with Japan as the primary market and limited access from the United States, Korea, Taiwan, and the Philippines.
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Crime worries Guam tourism drop and promotions rise
The Guam tourism brief notes theories for a slip in visitor numbers from Japan while Lt. Governor Rudy Sablan cites crime as a factor. Officials say hotel burglaries and beach risk deter travelers as spending rebounds and promotions cost 4000 dollars from the 625000 budget with potential for more funding if the legislature approves 250000.
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Mt Fuji Seen Again as Tokyo Cleans Up
Tokyo residents can glimpse Mt Fuji 50 to 60 days a year as pollution laws tighten. In 1970 smog hid the peak, while Japan fights Minamata disease and Itai Itai cases. By 1976 air and water cleanup costs reached 1.3 billion dollars with stricter auto emission rules ahead.
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Tippett Opera Receives Standing Ovations at Covent Garden
Sir Michael Tippett earned two solo curtain calls from a packed Royal Opera House audience for The Ice Break world premiere. The 72 year old composer’s fourth opera blends psychedelic effects and bold dance to trace a political prisoner’s fate in a country resembling the United States. Colin Davis conducted the production produced by Sam Wanamaker with Beverly Vaughn and Clyde Walker in lead roles and Walter Raines arranging the dance sequences.
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Peasants in Tanzania Use Bows to Fight Rustlers
In northern Tanzania peasants attack suspected cattle rustlers with bows and arrows after police delays. MP Joseph Serere Magoto urged faster police responses, warning public faith in government may erode if inaction continues.
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